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WESTERN ATLANTIC

Balanus improvisus

Amoray Resort, Key Largo, 2 feet

BAY BARNACLE

Common on mangrove roots, oysters & hard surfaces in brackish water.  White, with two smooth plates on each side.  Attains 0.5 inch.  Canada to the Caribbean & Gulf of Mexico.